Tallahassee and surrounding communities provide several camping options within driving distance of Wacissa, Florida. The area features a mix of established RV parks and campgrounds, including Tallahassee RV Park, A Stone's Throw RV Park, and Newport Park Campground. Most facilities cater to RV camping with full hookups, though several sites accommodate tent campers as well. Cabins are available at Newport Park and Tallahassee East Campground, providing alternatives for those without camping equipment. The region includes both privately managed RV parks along highways and developed campgrounds in more natural settings near water features.
Access to most campgrounds requires minimal off-road travel, with many sites located directly off major routes like Interstate 10. Seasonal variations affect camping conditions minimally as most facilities operate year-round in Florida's warm climate. Reservations are recommended, especially during winter months when seasonal visitors increase demand. Most established campgrounds provide water hookups, electric service, and sewer connections for RVs, though amenities vary by location. Facilities typically include showers, toilets, and trash service, with some offering laundry facilities and camp stores. According to one visitor at A Stone's Throw RV Park, "Very clean park that can accommodate big rigs. We found it to be pretty spacious and the pull through are awesome."
Campgrounds in this region tend to serve as convenient stopovers for travelers along Interstate 10 rather than destination camping. Several reviewers note the accessibility and cleanliness of facilities as primary benefits. A camper described Tallahassee RV Park as "very clean and very well organized," highlighting the appeal of well-maintained facilities. Traffic noise affects some locations, particularly those situated near highways. Sites at A Stone's Throw RV Park receive consistent mentions regarding highway noise, though most reviewers indicate it doesn't significantly impact their stay. Campgrounds with more separation from main roads, such as those near Lake Talquin, tend to offer quieter surroundings and more natural settings. The proximity to Tallahassee provides convenient access to urban amenities while still offering camping experiences.
"Tallahassee FL Tallahassee RV Nice campground close to I10, shopping and restaurants.Gentleman who took my reservation over the phone was very nice and helpful. The sites are gravel, very level."
"Nice area to walk dogs. Will stay again."
"This is the area where Tarzan was filmed and located across the street from St Marks State Park and on the St Marks RV with boat ramp."
"Brian was very nice on the phone and didn't even come around to collect $! In fairness, I was there for a short time and dropped the appropriate fare by the door of their RV on my way out."
"The only complaint is minor...traffic noise due to the close proximity to I-10. This is easly solved by leaving the HVAC fan on to mask the noise."
$28 - $32 / night
"It is literally along the highway and so easy to get too. It keep in mind along the highway means highway noise. We wear earplugs at night so it didn’t bother us."
"Not much immediately nearby, but the town of Monticello is about 4 miles north of the park with a Winn Dixie and other small merchants. A simple overnight stop along I-10. we would stop here again."
$26 - $38 / night
$28 - $35 / night
"Nice, small campground at edge of lake. Beautiful views. Everyone friendly."
"It’s tucked away surrounding by lake. Extremely quiet! Woke up early to see the sunrise and it was the icing on the cake :) even witnessed a gator swimming! The showers aren’t too bad."
$9 / night
"A nice quiet campground (on weeknight) not far from the interstate, was quite pretty for a morning walk. Lake and fishing pier makes it a more enjoyable stop compared to many FL campgrounds."
"Right on the lake with pier access and boat ramp- pretty cool spot. Only lost a star because of previous campers leaving some trash behind."
"Another KOA on our trip to circumnavigate Florida. Another KOA recovering from hurricane damage."
"We were in the far back corner of the CG and had to carefully plan our departure to avoid tight turns and other campers departing to get to the exit. Perry has your major amenities."
TravelerDispersed camping in the Apalatchicola National Forest. Great place if you want to conoe, kayak or fish. There are also trails to explore. Onlt drawback would be the road that is very close. During the day you will hear the traffic. Night time is quiet. If I'm in the area I will definitley stay here again.
TravelerVery nice county park. I only stayed one night and it was very comfortable. I felt like I was out in the woods. Sites were not too close together. If i'm in the area I will stay their again.
TravelerThis small county primitive campground has 10 campsites plus a small group site. It is well maintained and has a friendly camp host. Most of the sites have a beautiful lake view. All sites have water spigots with drinkable water but no electricity.
This campground is worth overlooking the frustrating, glitchy registration process through the county.
GuideThis was our first time at Ho Hum, and we weren’t sure what to expect. We’ve stayed at places with higher and lower end amenities. Ho Hum was at the middle-lower end of amenities, but everything they had was very nice. Pulling into the park, you could assume that it was aged and might not be a great place, and the many RV’s can look a bit haphazard. But once we were hear for a few days, you could see that people have created some great spaces for themselves. Several multi-family camping situations, and it was great to hear the children running around and playing.
We reserved a waterfront site for our Class Super-C. The site was nice and well cared for; freshly raked, no trash. Only suggestion I would give the owners is to enforce that all waterfront lots of forward pull-in only. We had two neighbors that backed in, with us being frontward facing; therefore, our two outside areas ended up being right next to each other with little privacy.
The waterfront was really nice. On some days, you could see fish jumping and we saw schools of dolphins moving fairly close to shore and along the horizon. On a different day, we saw a shark trolling the shore about 50 feet out.
The central area was always well groomed and freshly raked, and the staff were super nice. The restrooms, although a bit rustic and aged were always clean and welcoming.
We stayed over Easter weekend, and the staff did a small Easter egg hunt with prizes, candy and pastries.
This park is located about 4.5 miles away from Carrabelle, and you can get most of the groceries you need and some select dining. There was also a great fish market at Millinder’s. We got some red fish, snapper and shrimp there…delicious.
This was a really nice, relaxing place. The roads, during weekdays, weren’t terribly -bike/e-bike friendly, but on the weekend, I was able to ride up Morality Road toward the prison, turned right and came back through the forest road, which was easily passable on an e-bike with 2” tires.
ScoutSpaces are tight, all gravel and uneven
ScoutUsually I’m a boondocker, but if I need to stay at a private RV place, this place is one of the nicest.
ScoutStayed in the area with campsites 28-40, I was in Campsite #38 with my 26' travel trailer. Most other campsites for tents only. Drive in was good with flat sandy roads, not too bumpy. The setting is beautiful among tall pines and saw palmetto. Only one bathroom, having a 1 toilet and sink with low water pressure and a shower. Fairly clean. Had electric at my campsite, but no water.
Website says "non-potable water available nearby", but it was not clear where. I found a two taps on the neighboring campsite, but they were not labeled if the water was potable or not.
Walking trails from the campite were not apparent, but I walked some of the many flat sandy forest service roads. Came during early spring migration for songbirds, and heard Northern Parula and resident white-eyed vireos, but the weather was not prime for fall outs. Had a few 80+ F days in late March, but otherwise beautiful weather. Loved the sound of the breeze in the trees. I would come again but with my fresh tank filled to meet my needs.
On Saturday my neighbor had their music playing a little too loud, but other than that I enjoyed a quiet stay.
TravelerI travel in a toyota sedan so I was a bit worried about taking the dirt road. From the blacktop, it’s about 2 miles of bumpy dirt road. My car had no trouble playing go-cart, but wouldn’t come through here in the rain. Otherwise, will be back if I’m in Northern FL.
I stayed in a tent and had no trouble finding a flat area with good drainage. Stakes were easy to set in the ground and held well.
Camped for one night with just two other campers. Very quiet and great view of the stars.
Decent cell service for Verizon, was even able to stream.
Bring a book or plan for some quiet meditation as there’s no trails or much to explore. Great place to stop for the night before heading down to the keys.
Grab food and supplies before entering the National Forest. If you poop, bury it unless you want to lull critters to your campsite (: No trash available so plan ahead.
I heard mourning doves, Carolina wrens, and Cardinals before the sunset and fell asleep to the southern frog chorus.
LegendIf coming in from the east/Tallahassee on I-10, avoid Exit 241 (Madison/Greenville). Approaching from US-90 requires sharp right turns to reach the campground( CG). Instead, take Exit 251 for an easier left turn onto the CG road. This was our sixth year staying at the resort, and check-in at the office remained the same under the new ownership. After checking in, we proceeded to back-in buddy site 60A with full hookups to meet friends in site 60. One change involved the golf process, as we needed to go to the golf course clubhouse to pay for a golf package, then return to the office to pick up a golf cart. Water pressure was acceptable at around 40 psi. Cell service showed 3 bars on T-Mobile and 2 bars on Verizon. CG Wi-Fi was on the slower side with download speeds around 7 Mbps, so we relied on T-Mobile Home Internet, which consistently delivered speeds in the 200 Mbps range. The CG has relatively few trees, so satellite service was not an issue. The local Winn-Dixie has closed, leaving Bob& Jim’s Market as the primary grocery option in town, with Dollar General carrying a limited selection of basics. Prices at Bob& Jim’s were on the higher side. An Aldi was renovating the former Winn-Dixie building during our stay and was expected to open in about six months. For broader shopping and services, the nearest major amenities are in Live Oak, about 30 miles away. During our two-month stay, we learned that the new ownership planned to renovate the golf course and facilities into an executive 9-hole course, with construction scheduled to begin April 14, 2026, and a projected reopening in the fall or winter timeframe. Plans also included removing the first two holes near the entrance to add additional RV sites, bringing the total site count to around 200. Based on our experience, we plan to return again next year.
The Wacissa area offers camping options within a 30-mile radius, primarily along the I-10 corridor and near Lake Talquin. Most campgrounds sit at elevations between 30-100 feet above sea level in Florida's relatively flat terrain. Winter temperatures average 45-65°F, making it a popular season for campers seeking relief from colder northern climates.
Fishing at High Bluff: Located within Lake Talquin State Forest, this primitive campground provides excellent fishing access with a dedicated pier and boat ramp. A camper noted, "Caught a beautiful sunset over the lake and saw a massive gator hanging out by the fishing pier. The gator was back in the morning as I was enjoying my cup of coffee out on the pier!"
Wildlife viewing at Newport Park: This campground sits across from St. Marks Wildlife Refuge, creating abundant wildlife viewing opportunities. One visitor shared, "The St. Marks lighthouse is so close and a must see during all times of the day. We visited at least twice, once to walk along the beach and the second time to see the sunset."
Hiking at Coe Landing Campground: While the campground itself is small, nearby trail networks offer extensive hiking options. "Great hiking with huge trail network at Fort Braden on adjacent property but the bummer is that there was way to connect to them from campground due to swamp and geography. As a result, had to drive about 3 miles to trailheads to walk my pups," explains one reviewer.
Lake views: Many campsites near Wacissa offer direct water access or views. At High Bluff Campground, visitors appreciate the natural setting: "You have to love the lonelyness here. On the weekend there have been three other parties with tents. From Sunday to Monday we have been the only ones. Then it becomes really lonely, dark and quiet out here."
Clean facilities: Cleanliness stands out as a priority for many campers in the region. At Tallahassee RV Park, a camper observed, "Absolutely beautiful! Tall trees and spacious spaces. Full hookups. They rake the spaces so they're nice and even. We still had a slight slope but not a big deal."
Budget-friendly options: Several campgrounds offer affordable rates compared to other Florida destinations. At Newport Park Campground, "I'm a tent camper. The location is a good jumping off point for seeing nearby attractions. The host is very nice and the place has decent washroom/shower facilities. $15 nightly fee."
Highway noise: Several campgrounds sit close to major highways, which affects noise levels. At A Stone's Throw RV Park, campers report: "This RV park is right off I-10 making it great for overnighters. All the sites are pull-through making late arrival less stressful. The only complaint is minor...traffic noise due to the close proximity to I-10."
Seasonal pricing: Rates can fluctuate significantly during peak times. One visitor to Tallahassee RV Park reported, "Was about double the nightly rate ($90!!!!!) due to a FSU football game over the weekend but the place was only about 25% of capacity. Maybe because of crazy mark up policy."
Limited facilities at some locations: Not all campgrounds offer full amenities. At High Bluff, a camper notes: "No power, no water, no WiFi, no store. T-Mobile was very good with 300+ Mbps. The last 3 miles are dirt road, but in good condition as long as you can stay in the middle without traffic."
Playground access: Some campgrounds offer dedicated play areas for children. At Tallahassee RV Park, "They have a pool, playground, and a clubhouse. We used our starlink with no problem."
Educational opportunities: The surrounding natural areas provide learning experiences for children. At Newport Park Campground, "We visited Alligator Point and Bald Point State Park. We saw a bald eagle and so many other species of birds."
Spacing between sites: Consider how close campsites are when traveling with families. A visitor to Big Oak RV Park observed, "The campsites are right next to each other but it was very quiet."
Site sizing: Check campground specifications for your RV size. At Big Oak RV Park, sites include "Gravel and grass with a small concrete pad."
Accessibility: Many campgrounds cater specifically to RVs with easy access. At A Stone's Throw RV Park, "This RV park is right off I-10 making it great for overnighters. All the sites are pull-through making late arrival less stressful."
Leveling considerations: Some sites require adjustments for optimal comfort. At Tallahassee RV Park, "They rake the spaces so they're nice and even. We still had a slight slope but not a big deal. Very quiet and beautiful!"
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Wacissa, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, Wacissa, FL offers a wide range of camping options, with 101 campgrounds and RV parks near Wacissa, FL and 2 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Wacissa, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wacissa, FL is Tallahassee RV Park with a 4.1-star rating from 19 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Wacissa, FL?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Wacissa, FL.
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